Climate Insights for Mweiga

Nyeri, Kenya

Hottest
March
25°C peak
Coldest
February
11°C low
Wettest
April
249mm rain
Best to Visit
February, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mweiga is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1473mm of precipitation falls per year. Mweiga receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mweiga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 12° Feb Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° Mar Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 13° Apr Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° May Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jun Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 13° Jul Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 12° Aug Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° Oct Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 13° Nov Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Dec Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12°
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Average
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Mweiga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 25°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 18°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 103mm Feb Precipitation: 94mm Mar Precipitation: 138mm Apr Precipitation: 249mm May Precipitation: 127mm Jun Precipitation: 45mm Jul Precipitation: 53mm Aug Precipitation: 50mm Sep Precipitation: 58mm Oct Precipitation: 138mm Nov Precipitation: 231mm Dec Precipitation: 187mm
Precipitation

Mweiga is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1473mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 123mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 249mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 45mm. That's 203mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Mweiga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Mweiga, which began on September 23, 2026. Mweiga sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 11°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 426mm across the season with a monthly average of 142mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 11 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 385mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 513mm across the season with a monthly average of 171mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 12 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 149mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 17°
Feb 18°
Mar 18°
Apr 18°
May 18°
Jun 16°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 17°
Oct 17°
Nov 17°
Dec 17°

The best time to visit Mweiga is during February, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 60mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 25°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mweiga based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
12 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
249 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
21 °C
7 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
20 °C
8 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
21 °C
8 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
12 °C
22 °C
8 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
231 mm
0 cm
Dec
12 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
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